Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
Good morning, La Crosse.
🏘️ Community
A rescue dog comforted victims in Monroe County courtrooms on Jan.
14 + its calming presence helped ease tensions during hearings. Local officials say the animal played a reassuring role in a stressful setting.
The Main Street library is undergoing a $3 million remodel that adds meeting rooms and an improved computer lab.
Furniture is set to arrive in late January and the grand reopening will occur on March 11.
🎓 Education
The Onalaska school board approved a full-day 4K preschool program on Monday that will start in August for the 2026-27 school year.
School officials say the model will help improve student readiness by aligning preschool activities with kindergarten through fifth-grade schedules.
🏛️ Government
Local officials unveiled a proposal for a downtown bike lane on Jan.
14, aiming to boost cyclist safety—further details will be discussed at upcoming community meetings.
🏥 Health
Galesville residents will lose access to their only pharmacy, which will close permanently on February 13, leaving many to travel to nearby towns for prescriptions.
Pharmacy staff will help transfer orders and local officials urged residents to share concerns about access for vulnerable populations.
🎉 La Crosse Events
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Quenten Brown LIVE at Boot Hill Pub
7-10 p.m. — Boot Hill Pub — Enjoy great food and drinks while listening to local musician Quenten Brown's three-hour non-stop performance.
Snow Ball 2026
6-9 p.m. — The Court Above Main — Fundraising event — Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, live music, and support local children in need.
Puzzlepalooza
9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. — La Crosse Public Library — Free entry — Compete in a thrilling 300-piece puzzle race or enjoy a relaxed community puzzling experience with fellow enthusiasts.
Baby Storytime
12-12:30 p.m. — La Crosse Public Library — Free entry — Interactive storytime for infants featuring stories, songs, and caregiver meetups.
Chair Fitness Class
9:00-9:30 a.m. — La Crosse Public Library — Free entry — Participate in a low-impact chair fitness class focusing on strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health for all abilities.
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